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The NBA Release Pelicans Full 2017-18 Regular Season Scheldulehttp://thesportsdaily.com/nba/the-nba-release-pelicans-full-2017-18-regular-season-scheldule/
http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/the-nba-release-pelicans-full-2017-18-regular-season-scheldule/#respondWed, 16 Aug 2017 05:38:23 +0000http://thesportsdaily.com/?p=727205The 2017-18 New Orleans Pelicans schedule is out & they get tested early. The Pelicans...]]>The 2017-18 New Orleans Pelicans schedule is out & they get tested early. The Pelicans full 82 regular season schedule has tough stretch of opponents early with Golden St & Cleveland in the 1st six games. The Pelicans have 14 nationally broadcast games according to the schedule. The key for the Pells is getting off to fast start unlike prior years when the team fell behind & could not catch up.

The month of October has the Pelicans facing: @Memphis, home for Golden St, @LA Lakers, Portland & Sacramento & finish up against Cleveland & Lebron than Orlando to close out the month.

]]>http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/the-sports-coma-show-77-nfl-new-orleans-saints-news-updates-analysis-plus-pelicans-release-regular-schedule/feed/0sports_comapelicanseyeviewThe Pelicans Are Being Disrespected By The So-Called Experts In Latest Projected Rankingshttp://thesportsdaily.com/nba/the-pelicans-are-being-disrespected-by-the-so-called-experts-in-latest-projected-rankings/
http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/the-pelicans-are-being-disrespected-by-the-so-called-experts-in-latest-projected-rankings/#respondSat, 12 Aug 2017 04:19:33 +0000http://thesportsdaily.com/?p=725839 In the latest polls from ESPN reveals that they believe that the Pelicans are rated...]]> In the latest polls from ESPN reveals that they believe that the Pelicans are rated as the 9th best team in the Western Conference. The rankings show the Pelicans behind teams like the L.A. Clippers, Denver Nuggets & Utah Jazz based on a scoring system called SCHOENE:

Golden St Warriors- projected wins: 62.1

Houston Rockets- projected wins: 55.0

San Antonio Spurs- projected wins: 52.6

Minnesota Timberwolves- projected wins: 50.1

Oklahoma City Thunder- projected wins: 49.5

Los Angeles Clippers- projected wins: 48.9

Denver Nuggets- projected wins: 47.2

Utah Jazz- projected wins: 44.7

New Orleans Pelicans- projected wins: 44.2

I don’t inner-stand how anyone can rate the Clippers or even the Jazz better than this current version of New Orleans. The Pelicans are a lot better than their 2016-17 counterparts with the addition Rondo, Clark & others. I can’t discount the fact that DeMarcus Cousins is in the best shape of his life & will attend a full Pelicans camp along with Anthony Davis to establish camaraderie.

CHARLOTTE, NC – MARCH 11: Teammates DeMarcus Cousins #0 and Anthony Davis #23 of the New Orleans Pelicans during their game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on March 11, 2017 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

The Pelicans even added upgrades in the coaching staff with former Denver’s assistant Chris Finch who helped mold star big Nikola Jokic & had him playing in harmony with other big Jusuf Nurkic. Finch’s signing is probably one of the single most important signings of the Pells off-season because he holds the key to help Davis & Cousins co-exist productively. The Pells even added former assistant & head coach Sam Mitchell to the coaching staff who known as a good communicator of basketball principles.

LONDON, ENGLAND – JULY 31: Great Britain coach Chris Finch gives instructions to his players in the Men’s Basketball Preliminary Round match between Great Britain and Brazil on Day 4 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at Basketball Arena on July 31, 2012 in London, England. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

The facts are the Pelicans did sign Rajon Rondo who will add a high basketball IQ to both offense & defense that A.D. & Boogie respect because of obvious championship success. The addition of former Golden St guard Ian Clark adds shooting to the bench as well as the signing of Darius Miller.

OAKLAND, CA – DECEMBER 30: Ian Clark #21 of the Golden State Warriors in action against the Dallas Mavericks at ORACLE Arena on December 30, 2016 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

The only major hiccup to the whole thing is injury which can be said about any team. I considered myself a bit of expert when it comes down to the Pelicans being that this is my home town team & I watch this team more than anyone else. The Pells might not be good enough to dethrone the Golden St Warriors but they must certainly can beat a Gordon Hayward less Utah team or a Chris Paul less Clipper team.

I see that a lot of the so-called experts aren’t giving New Orleans a shot to even make the playoffs with all the talent they have accrued. The main reason I say New Orleans will succeed is because their backs are up against the wall in many ways that’s an article for another day. I see that the stars of the team are doing everything they can to start winning in The Big Easy when winning hasn’t been easy.

]]>http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/the-sports-coma-76-saints-vs-browns-preseason-game-1-recap-analysis-plus-pelicans-news/feed/0sports_comapelicanseyeviewThe Pelicans Show Off Their New Uniforms For The Upcoming Seasonhttp://thesportsdaily.com/nba/the-pelicans-show-off-their-new-uniforms-for-the-upcoming-season/
http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/the-pelicans-show-off-their-new-uniforms-for-the-upcoming-season/#respondFri, 11 Aug 2017 07:04:56 +0000http://thesportsdaily.com/?p=725693The New Orleans Pelicans released their new uniforms via twitter Thursday. The most telling difference...]]>The New Orleans Pelicans released their new uniforms via twitter Thursday. The most telling difference is the new Orleans lettering across the chest is considerably bigger than last years version. The newer jersey sports a Nike logo across the right lapel & showed the jersey’s in white & dark blue with red/gold mixture. The team is suppose to release another jersey in the coming weeks maybe a variation of the Mardi Gras uni’s the team wears during carnival season.

I like the subtle change of these uniforms but I hope a major change is taking place in the hearts of the Pelicans players & staff to reach for greater heights. A winnning season is a must this year & until that is established everything else is window dressing.

The Pells match up in the 1st preseason match up with the Chicago Bulls in New Orleans who recently added former Timberwolves guard Zach Lavine. The 2nd match-up is with the OKC Thunder who added all-star forward Paul George from Indiana to pair with superstar Russell Westbrook.

The 3rd match-up pits the team against the young Bulls for the second time in the preseason this time in Chicago. The preseason finale pits A.D. & Boogie Cousins against Memphis in Memphis.

]]>http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/the-pelicans-release-preseason-scheldule/feed/0New Orleans Pelicans v Dallas MaverickspelicanseyeviewPELICAN PLAYER PROFILE: OMER ASIKhttp://thesportsdaily.com/nba/pelican-player-profile-omer-asik/
http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/pelican-player-profile-omer-asik/#respondThu, 10 Aug 2017 17:42:32 +0000http://thesportsdaily.com/?p=725355The Pelican’s Eye View is featuring a player a day on the Pelican Player Profile....]]>The Pelican’s Eye View is featuring a player a day on the Pelican Player Profile. This series is introducing Pelicans or general basketball fans to the teams 2017 players & staff overall.

The Pelican Player Profile discusses player history, stats & current projections for the upcoming season while granting a familiarity with the pro.

Omer Asik (31) is a 7 year pro center from Turkey who was drafted in the 2nd round by Portland (2008). Asik was then traded to Chicago as part of a 3 team deal according to Spotrac:

Traded to Chicago (CHI) from Portland (POR) as part of a 3-team trade; the Chicago Bulls traded Sonny Weems to the Denver Nuggets; the Chicago Bulls traded a 2009 2nd round draft pick and a 2010 2nd round draft pick to the Portland Trail Blazers; and the Denver Nuggets traded a 2009 2nd round draft pick to the Portland Trail Blazers.

Asik played two years with the Chicago Bulls averaging 2.9 ppg 4.4 reb & 13.2 mpg in 148 games. In the summer of 2012 free agency Asik got his pay day inking a 3 year deal with the Houston Rockets for $25 million. The Turkish Hammer had his best year to date averaging 10.1 ppg 11.7 reb in 82 games for the Rockets during the 2012-13 season.

The Chicago Bulls’ Joakim Noah, left, and Houston Rockets’ Omer Asik get tangled up on a rebound attempt in the second half at the United Center in Chicago on Thursday, March 13, 2014. The Bulls won, 111-87. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune/MCT via Getty Images)

The following season with Houston was a lot less successful as former All-Star Dwight Howard came aboard. Asik’s number dropped as he averaged 5.8 ppg 7.9 reb in 48 games starting 19 of those contests. Omer requested to be trade as he dealt with injury & decreasing minutes.

The Houston Rockets agreed to a trade with the New Orleans Pelicans: traded to New Orleans (NOP) from Houston (HOU) as part of a 3-team trade: New Orleans (NOP) traded Melvin Ely to Washington (WAS); Houston (HOU) traded Omri Casspi and $1.5 million to New Orleans (NOP); New Orleans (NOP) traded Trevor Ariza, Alonzo Gee, 2015 1st round pick and Scotty Hopson to Houston (HOU)

After the trade Asik averaged 2nd best season of his career with 7.3 ppg 9.8 reb & 26 mpg in 76 games (all starts). The following season Omer Asik signs a 5 year deal worth $58 million to remain with the Pells. In three season with The Pelicans Asik’s averaged 5.2 ppg 7.6 reb & 20.8 mpg in 175 games starting 159 of them.

NEW ORLEANS, LA – OCTOBER 31: Omer Asik #3 of the New Orleans Pelicans handles the ball during a game against the Golden State Warriors at the Smoothie King Center on October 31, 2015 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Asik’s outlook is that he is currently 3rd on the depth chart at center buried by DeMarcus Cousins & Alexis Ajinca who are more productive players. He’s taken a lot of criticism from fans & writers alike because of his inconsistent play. The Pelicans have 3 years left on his deal averaging $10 million plus a year.

The reality is that Omer Asik is owed over $30 million over the next three seasons & his production isn’t even close to justify that kind of money. He has to re-establish himself, stay healthy & elevate his game to new levels if possible.

We’ll keep an eye on the situation but we know if the Pells could trade him they would.

]]>http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/pelican-player-profile-omer-asik/feed/0618924976pelicanseyeviewHouston at ChicagoGolden State Warriors v New Orleans PelicansTHE SPORTS COMA #75 THE NEW ORLEANS SAINTS TRAINING CAMP & NEW ORLEANS PELICANS NEWShttp://thesportsdaily.com/nba/the-sports-coma-75-the-new-orleans-saints-training-camp-new-orleans-pelicans-news/
http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/the-sports-coma-75-the-new-orleans-saints-training-camp-new-orleans-pelicans-news/#respondThu, 10 Aug 2017 05:48:40 +0000http://thesportsdaily.com/?p=725288Big Q & The Guys Discuss: ALL THE NEWS ON THE SAINTS TRAINING CAMP, INJURIES,...]]>Big Q & The Guys Discuss: ALL THE NEWS ON THE SAINTS TRAINING CAMP, INJURIES, PERFORMANCES,TRANSACTIONS & EVERYTHING. THEN THE GUYS DISCUSS THE PELICANS NEWS & UPDATES IN THE LAST SEGMENT OF THE SHOW.

]]>http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/the-sports-coma-75-the-new-orleans-saints-training-camp-new-orleans-pelicans-news/feed/0sports_comapelicanseyeviewCarmelo Anthony To The Pelicans Is A Long Shothttp://thesportsdaily.com/nba/carmelo-anthony-to-the-pelicans-is-a-long-shot/
http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/carmelo-anthony-to-the-pelicans-is-a-long-shot/#respondTue, 08 Aug 2017 06:42:09 +0000http://thesportsdaily.com/?p=724664Well The New & Improved Slimmed down DeMarcus Cousins is at it again, this time...]]>Well The New & Improved Slimmed down DeMarcus Cousins is at it again, this time around he’s trying to recruit current Knicks star forward Carmello Anthony. According to tweet from Pelicans Fan Page & the earlier submission by Cousins that he is recruiting players to play in The Big Easy with him, A.D. & others.

The Knicks are looking for young pieces to add to their core of Kristaps Porzingis, Tim Hardaway & Frank Ntilikina. Anthony has a no-trade clause in his contract that he can waive if he is traded to a team of his approval. The Knicks Star only mentioned two teams he is interested in being traded to which are Cleveland or Houston.

The Pelicans can offer up players like E’Twuan Moore, Alexis Ajinca or Solomon Hill but whether the Knicks will take such a haul is very unlikely. The other question is would Carmello Anthony waive his no-trade clause to join the Pelicans?

The answer is likely nobut I would add that anything in today’s NBA is possible. I still appreciate the fact that DeMarcus is trying to improve his team after slimming down to the best shape of his NBA career. I’m anxious to see what this upcoming season yields for the 2017-18 version of The Pells.

]]>http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/carmelo-anthony-to-the-pelicans-is-a-long-shot/feed/0New York Knicks v Washington WizardspelicanseyeviewView image on TwitterPELICAN PLAYER PROFILE: E’TWAUN MOOREhttp://thesportsdaily.com/nba/pelican-player-profile-etwaun-moore/
http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/pelican-player-profile-etwaun-moore/#respondSat, 05 Aug 2017 09:22:47 +0000http://thesportsdaily.com/?p=724078The Pelican’s Eye View is featuring a player a day on the Pelican Player Profile....]]>The Pelican’s Eye View is featuring a player a day on the Pelican Player Profile. This series is introducing Pelicans or general basketball fans to the teams 2017 players & staff overall.

The Pelican Player Profile discusses player history, stats & current projections for the upcoming season while granting a familiarity with the pro.

Here’s tonight’s PPP: E’Twaun Moore (#55) Height: 6-4 Weight: 191 lbs

E’Twaun Moore (28) is a 6 year NBA vet drafted in the 2nd round by the Boston Celtics back in 2011. Moore who played Collegiately at Purdue was there for 4 seasons & averaged 15.3 ppg 44% FG 38% 3-FG in 140 games. The former Boilermaker has an amazing list of accomplishments here are a few according to PurdueSports.com:

Finished his career as program’s co-record holder, with JaJuan Johnson, in wins (107), games played (140) and consecutive games played (140) … Also owns program records for three-point field goals (243), games started (136) and minutes played (4,517) … Finished his career ranked second in field goal attempts (1,774), third in points (2,136) and three-point field goal attempts (639), fourth in field goals (780), sixth in steals (164), ninth in assists (400), 15th in blocks (59) and free throw attempts (457) and 19th in rebounds (611) … Became just the third player in Big Ten history to accumulate 2,000 points, 500 rebounds and 400 assists in his career

SPOKANE, WA – MARCH 21: E’Twaun Moore #33 of the Purdue Boilermakers battles Dash Harris #5 of the Texas A&M Aggies for the ball during the second round of the 2010 NCAA men’s basketball tournament at Spokane Arena on March 21, 2010 in Spokane, Washington. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images)

The East Chicago, Indiana native played for 4 teams in his 6 year NBA tenure: Boston, Orlando, Chicago & New Orleans. Moore signed with the Pelicans in 2016 for 4 years $34 million and has career averages of 6.6 ppg 43% FG 37% 3FG in 380 games. After playing in 38 games for Boston E’Twaun was traded in a 3 team deal to Houston then waived a month later. The Orlando Magic then picked him up for two years in 2012-2014 followed by the Chicago Bulls 2014-2016.

NEW ORLEANS, LA – MARCH 29: E’Twaun Moore #55 of the New Orleans Pelicans shoots the ball during the game against the Dallas Mavericks on March 29, 2017 at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Layne Murdoch/NBAE via Getty Images)

Moore’s Outlook seems a little more complex by the recent additions of former Golden St guard Ian Clark. I’ve seen some depth charts that have Moore as a back-up to Jrue Holiday & some listing him behind Jordan Crawford. I have to agree with the latter. Crawford is or should be the back-up off guard because his instant offense off the bench. The back-up point guard spot should go to Ian Clark which pushes Moore into a limbo of sorts on the roster barring injuries to anyone.

Don’t forget their were rumors circulating around a few months ago that had Moore & other Pelicans in a deal to head to Detroit in exchange for Piston starting guard Reggie Jackson. The deal never materialized but if I were Moore I would keep my eyes open because his contract & position makes him a top candidate to trade.

]]>http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/pelican-player-profile-etwaun-moore/feed/0New Orleans Pelicans v Atlanta HawkspelicanseyeviewTexas A&M v PurdueDallas Mavericks v New Orleans PelicansBoogie Cousins Is an All-Star NBA Center & Top Notch Recruiterhttp://thesportsdaily.com/nba/boogie-cousins-is-an-all-star-nba-center-top-notch-recruiter/
http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/boogie-cousins-is-an-all-star-nba-center-top-notch-recruiter/#respondSat, 05 Aug 2017 02:31:17 +0000http://thesportsdaily.com/?p=723613The New Orleans Pelicans All-Star Center DeMarcus “Boogie” Cousins isn’t sitting idly by why the...]]>The New Orleans Pelicans All-Star Center DeMarcus “Boogie” Cousins isn’t sitting idly by why the administration looks for ways to improve the team. The Big fella has been on the phone talking to anyone he believes that can help the Pells break into the post season in 2017-18. The Pelicans haven’t sniffed the playoffs in 2 seasons & with the addition of Cousins in the middle of March 2017, has definitely wretched up the pressure to get there.

According to NOLA.com The Pelican Big-man DeMarcus Cousins was quoted as saying:

“We want to win. We need as much talent and as many pieces as we can get,” Cousins said. “I’ve reached out to everybody. I mean, I don’t want to throw names out there, but some of the biggest names that are on the block right now I’ve reached out to. It’s just about getting better.

“We see where the NBA is going, we need as much help and as much talent as we can get just to match up with the (reigning champion Golden State Warriors)…We’re fully invested in this and we want to win.”

We can credit Boogie Cousins the recruiter for recent Pelican free agent signees former Chicago Bull guard Rajon Rondo & former Golden St Warrior guard Ian Clark. The additions of those two players could really have a serious impact on New Orleans playoff hopes. Rondo comes with a high basketball IQ & Championship pedigree on a very cap friendly 1 year $3.3 million deal. Cousins and Rondo became close friends during their time together as teammates in Sacramento during the 2015-16 season.

SACRAMENTO, CA – FEBRUARY 19: Rajon Rondo #9 and DeMarcus Cousins #15 of the Sacramento Kings talk during the game against the Denver Nuggets on February 19, 2016 at Sleep Train Arena in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)

“Rajon is like a big brother to me,” Cousins said. “He taught me a lot in that one season we had together. Our relationship remained strong and we always thought we’d wind up being teammates again later down the road. I never expected it to be this soon, but I’m also happy about it. The addition of him, I think, that takes our team to the next level. I think he’ll have guys like myself, A.D. and Jrue and the rest of the team playing at an extremely high level. That’s one thing he does is bring out his teammates’ confidence. Every guy around him is a lot more confident.”

Ian Clark comes in as player coming off two NBA Finals appearances with one championship ring & Clark shoots 39% from beyond the 3 point line. The influence of Boogie got Clark to sign with the Pells for 1 year at $1.6 million an excellent bargain for New Orleans.

CLEVELAND, OH – DECEMBER 25: Ian Clark #21 of the Golden State Warriors drives down the court during the first half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena on December 25, 2016 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory copyright notice. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

Boogie & A.D. have been very active in talking talent into New Orleans as it shows that they are very serious about contending. The truth is the Pelicans should be a top five team in the Western Conference considering the talent they have & maybe just maybe they see it the same way we do.

Clark (26) who is 6-3 175 lbs has four years of NBA experience playing for Utah (2x), Denver then Golden St. The former Belmont Bruin played in the last few seasons that Golden St went to the Finals & getting a championship ring in 2017.

CLEVELAND, OH – JUNE 07: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Ian Clark #21 of the Golden State Warriors get tangled up in Game 3 of the 2017 NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 7, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Clark’s best season came last season as he averaged 6.8 ppg with 48% from the field 37% from long-range in 77 games all career highs. It will be interesting to see where he will fit at guard or off guard off the bench & how does this impact guys like E’Twaun Moore.

Either way Ian Clark is a welcomed addition to a team like The Pells that are in dire need of 3 point shooting.

]]>http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/pelicans-ink-former-golden-st-guard-ian-clark-to-deal/feed/02017 NBA Finals - Game Onepelicanseyeview2017 NBA Finals - Game ThreePelicans Add Guard Charles Cooke To Rosterhttp://thesportsdaily.com/nba/pelicans-add-guard-cooke-to-roster/
http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/pelicans-add-guard-cooke-to-roster/#respondMon, 31 Jul 2017 18:10:07 +0000http://thesportsdaily.com/?p=722267One Cooke (Charles) is as good as another (Quinn Cook) must be the mantra as...]]>One Cooke (Charles) is as good as another (Quinn Cook) must be the mantra as the Pelicans add former Dayton Flyer guard to the roster today. According ESPN Adrian Wojnarowski “Undrafted Dayton guard Charles Cooke has agreed to a two-way contract with The Pelicans.” The 2 way contract is something new to the NBA & the Collective Bargaining Agreement that is described more in-depth here by Hoops Hype.com.

Charles Cooke (23) is a 6-5 200 lbs guard out of Dayton University who was the top scorer averaging 15.6 PPG 48% FG & 39% from downtown over the 2015-16, 2016-17 college seasons. Charles lead The Flyers to back to back Atlantic 10 Championships. Cooke a Trenton, New Jersey native went undrafted after a four-year college career split between Dayton & James Madison.

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – MARCH 17: Charles Cooke #4 of the Dayton Flyers shoots the ball against Landry Shamet #11 of the Wichita State Shockers in the first half during the first round of the 2017 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on March 17, 2017 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

He was then signed by the Minnesota Timberwolves were he averaged 10 PPG in 5 contests. The Pelicans obvious cash strapped are seeking 3D guys or players who can shoot the 3 & play defense at a premium rate. Here’s the scouting report on Cooke out of college by NBA Scouting Live.com:

LAS VEGAS, NV – JULY 12: Charles Cooke #44 of the Minnesota Timberwolves handles the ball against Dylan Ennis #31 of the Golden State Warriors during the 2017 Summer League on July 12, 2017 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Jack Arent/NBAE via Getty Images)

Charles Cooke

Height: 6-5Weight: 195College: Dayton

Classification: Senior

Birthdate: 7/1/1994

Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted

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Pros:

Adequate scorer off the dribble

Adequate shooter, especially from deep

Decent playmaker

Decent rebounder

Good defensive player

Good shot blocker for a player his size

Solid athlete

Cons:

Can be a streaky shooter

Can be a bit turnover prone

May have to adjust to a supporting role at the next level

Can pick up quick fouls

May be a bit undersized to play the two

Has limited experience against top competition

​Relative unknown commodity

Summary:

Charles Cooke is a wing player that can shoot and score the basketball. He has not received much draft buzz, but with a strong NCAA Tournament, he could move his way into the second round conversation of the upcoming draft.

This is an attempt by the Pelican Administration to add shooters around the twin towers of DeMarcus Cousins & Anthony Davis. This signing follows the other inking of New Orleans Summer League player Jalen Jones.

]]>http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/pelicans-add-guard-cooke-to-roster/feed/0Wichita State v DaytonpelicanseyeviewWichita State v Dayton2017 Las Vegas Summer League - Golden State Warriors v Minnesota TimberwolvesFormer Pelican Forward Headed To Chinahttp://thesportsdaily.com/nba/former-pelican-forward-headed-to-china/
http://thesportsdaily.com/nba/former-pelican-forward-headed-to-china/#respondMon, 31 Jul 2017 15:04:13 +0000http://thesportsdaily.com/?p=722169As the 2017 NBA Free Agency period begins to whines down former New Orleans Pelican...]]>As the 2017 NBA Free Agency period begins to whines down former New Orleans Pelican forward Terrence Jones, who couldn’t land a job in the league is headed to China. According international reporter David Pick “Jones inked one of the largest single-season deals in China history with Qingdao.” The terms of the deal aren’t disclosed.

Terrence Jones (25) is a 5 year vet who was drafted 18th overall in the 2012 NBA Draft 1st round by the Houston Rockets out of Kentucky.

NEW ORLEANS, LA – APRIL 02: Terrence Jones #3 of the Kentucky Wildcats holds the trophy after defeating the Kansas Jayhawks 67-59 in the National Championship Game of the 2012 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on April 2, 2012 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

HOUSTON, TX – DECEMBER 21: Terrence Jones #6 of the Houston Rockets reacts to a play as Cody Zeller #40 of the Charlotte Hornets looks on during their game at Toyota Center on December 21, 2015 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images)

He was released in 2016 & persuaded to join New Orleans by Pelican Star & former Wildcat teammate Anthony Davis. Jones signed a 1 year deal with The Pelicans & looked good averaging 11.5 ppg 5.9 rpg in 51 games shooting 47% from the field.

NEW ORLEANS, LA – FEBRUARY 8: Terrence Jones #9 of the New Orleans Pelicans handles the ball against the Utah Jazz on February 8, 2017 at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

Everything changed for Jones once the team traded for former Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins & signed former Rockets forward/center Donatas Motiejunas. Jones requested to be traded & they tried with no takers before agreeing to release him on February 23, 2017.

New Orleans Pelicans Coach Al Gentry made this statement about why Jones was being released: “We released him because, obviously, if you look at the bigs situation we have now and there was not going to be a whole lot of minutes,” said Pelicans coach Alvin Gentry said at the time. “He wants to play. Obviously, he’s going to be a guy in a contract year and things like that, so we thought it was best to let him go.”

The Milwaukee Bucks signed Terrance Jones for the rest of the 2016-17 season playing in a forgettable 3 games & was released into free agency.

MILWAUKEE, WI – MARCH 11: Terrence Jones #6 of the Milwaukee Bucks pose for portraits before the Milwaukee Bucks game on March 11, 2017 at the BMO Harris Bradley Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Terrance’s career averages are 10.5 ppg 5.7 rpg & a 50% field goal percentage in 232 contests. There’s no doubt in my mind that Jones (who is only 25 years of age) will find his way back to the NBA at some point in the near future.